Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead Jessica’s Guide to Dating on the Dark Side by Beth Fantaskey The Reformed Vampire Support Group by Catherine Jinks Otherworldlies by Jennifer Anne Kogler

CHARACTERS WITH COOL POWERS

The Vendico by Wesley King Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs Hourglass by Myra McEntire Carrier of the Mark by Leigh Fallon

ALIENS

Where the Rock Splits the Sky by Philip WebbI am Number Four by Pittacus Lore The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams Shades of Earth by Beth Revis 2001: A Space Odyssey by Arthur C. Clarke

WITCHES

Once a Witch by Carolyn MacCullough Hex Hall by Rachel Hawkins Invisible World by Suzanne Weyn

Ever since she was a young girl, London’s memory of the previous day was erased in her sleep. Not only that, but she could ‘remember’ the future. She managed to get through by leaving notes about the day, sometimes lying to herself and leaving out details to protect her own feelings.

Needless to say, this messes with the idea of a normal life for a teenager…

… especially when a new boy named Luke Henry enters her life. With him, London is headed for some shocking discoveries.

I remember finishing this and thinking WOW. For such a quick read- it only took me a few hours- it packs a lot. There are a ton of “didn’t see that coming!” moments, as well as scenes that make you sit there and smile like an idiot.

To anyone that has already read this book, go ahead and admit it: you have a book crush on Luke. Why wouldn’t you? He is an amazing character who’s a beautifully written part of the story!

The only thing I didn’t like is the fact that there will be no sequel. The big questions are answered, but the ending leaves a lot of room for the reader to think and wonder. According to Patrick, Forgotten is best left as a stand-alone.

Patrick has created a fast paced novel full of secrets, romance, and jaw-dropping moments. I loved it!

This week I decided to try something new, something on the other side of the fantasy shelf…

… Greek mythology.

For the last four years, Kate Winters has had to take care of her dying mother, leaving little room for anything that remotely resembles the life of an 18-year-old girl. One of her mother’s last wishes is to move to the tiny town of Eden.

Of course, this is where things get weird.

It started with a prank. The resident popular, Ava, jumps into a river. After Kate braves the water to pull her out, Ava is dead. Out of nowhere, a mysterious boy shows up and makes an offer: Ava will be okay of Kate spends six months with him, from autumn to spring.

Kate accepts, and steps right into to ultimate test: pass, and become immortal. Fail, and end up dead.

Like I already said, I’m pretty new to mythology. My knowledge was limited to the occasional short story about the gods and goddesses that we had to read in middle school.

As far as understanding this book? I would say this is not a bad choice for people that want to get into mythology, but don’t have a clue. It is pretty well explained, and there is even a little guide in the back for who is supposed to be which god. Yes, I cheated and Googled/text messaged a friend that knows all the gods by heart, but I really didn’t need to. The necessary information is pretty clear.

Romance, killers, and the chance to live forever. Would you pass the Goddess Test?

This is the spot that I would normally tell you books that are similar to The Goddess Test. Due to my already emphasized lack of mythology knowledge this week is a little different. I challenge you, the readers, to find books that remind you of The Goddess Test and tell me about them in the comments. Can’t wait to hear from you!